{"id":2925,"date":"2025-06-17T19:25:30","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T19:25:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/story15.com\/?p=2925"},"modified":"2025-06-17T19:25:30","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T19:25:30","slug":"new-cruella-de-vil-is-here-bgt-winner-sydnie-christmas-joins-londons-101-dalmatians-musical-as-the-iconic-villain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/story15.com\/?p=2925","title":{"rendered":"New Cruella de Vil is here! BGT winner Sydnie Christmas joins London\u2019s 101 Dalmatians musical as the iconic villain"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This summer, the legendary villain Cruella de Vil returns to the stage and this time, she\u2019ll be brought to life by none other than Britain\u2019s Got Talent winner Sydnie Christmas. The rising star will take on the iconic role in the upcoming London run of 101 Dalmatians: The Musical at the Eventim Apollo, playing from 18 July to 30 August 2025.<\/p>\n<p><iframe id=\"instagram-embed-0\" class=\"instagram-media instagram-media-rendered\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DKwMV9EoKa-\/embed\/captioned\/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fnewsflash24h.com&amp;rp=%2Fthawashington%2Fnew-cruella-de-vil-is-here-bgt-winner-sydnie-christmas-joins-londons-101-dalmatians-musical-as-the-iconic-villain%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwY2xjawK-oFVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETAzT24zYUJ5NGI5dW1lT0YxAR5dS#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A1235.5%2C%22ls%22%3A614.2000000476837%2C%22le%22%3A1139.5999999046326%7D\" height=\"1113\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-instgrm-payload-id=\"instagram-media-payload-0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Sydnie\u2019s powerful vocals and unforgettable stage presence won her the BGT crown and earned her a standing ovation at the Royal Variety Performance, where she performed in front of King Charles III. Since then, her debut album My Way has topped iTunes charts in both the UK and US. She\u2019s also recently wowed audiences at a sold-out show in New York and performed at David Foster\u2019s 75th birthday celebration at the Hollywood Bowl.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-42303 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newsflash24h.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/sydnie-christmas-101-dalmatians-cruella-de-vil.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 813px) 100vw, 813px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsflash24h.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/sydnie-christmas-101-dalmatians-cruella-de-vil.jpg 813w, https:\/\/newsflash24h.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/sydnie-christmas-101-dalmatians-cruella-de-vil-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/newsflash24h.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/sydnie-christmas-101-dalmatians-cruella-de-vil-768x415.jpg 768w\" alt=\"\" width=\"813\" height=\"439\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Now, she\u2019s stepping into the glamorous, wicked shoes of Cruella de Vil. \u201cI can\u2019t wait to sink my teeth into this iconic character,\u201d Sydnie shared. \u201cThere\u2019s a bit of me that I see in Cruella, so I\u2019m excited to see her evolve\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Sydnie\u2019s theatre experience includes roles in Lazarus \u2013 The David Bowie Musical in London and Starlight Express in Germany, adding depth to her dynamic return to the UK stage.\u00a0<strong>Watch the video below.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Hilf mir verstehen Starlight Express Bochum 2023\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CS3qv37ljIE?feature=oembed\" width=\"790\" height=\"444\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-origwidth=\"790\" data-origheight=\"444\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The show follows the thrilling journey of Pongo and Perdi, two determined Dalmatians fighting to save their puppies from the fashion-obsessed Cruella. The musical blends excitement, heart, and humor, all brought to life with brilliant puppetry, colorful choreography, and original songs.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/5ee1468e404a390394ad431e\/ee5d89c0-d648-411b-aff1-da53f3d6dee1\/rsz_sydnie_christmas_-_headshot.png\" alt=\"Sydnie Christmas to play Cruella De Vil in 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL | West End Best Friend\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Based on Dodie Smith\u2019s beloved tale, the stage version features a book by Johnny McKnight, music and lyrics by Douglas Hodge, and was originally adapted by Zinnie Harris. The production is directed by Bill Buckhurst with a creative team that includes David Woodhead (set design), Sarah Mercad\u00e9 (costumes), Lucy Hind (choreography), Jimmy Grimes (puppet design), and many more.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/6pezt69ih962\/7LqiVsUjaMcyC8fBLVLbNW\/217c0f1c5b86a547a0a38e8c2a177ae4\/TTG_101_PROD_PICS_5.jpg?h=540&amp;f=faces&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp&amp;q=90\" alt=\"101 Dalmatians - The Musical Tickets | London | TodayTix\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The show first debuted at Regent\u2019s Park Open Air Theatre in 2022 and has toured across the UK and Ireland. Previous stars who portrayed Cruella include Kym Marsh (Coronation Street), Faye Tozer (Steps), and Kerry Ellis (Wicked). Additional casting for the 2025 London run will be announced soon.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.westendtheatre.com\/wp-content\/gallery\/101-dalmatians-tour-photos\/449088826_862165149277189_8571784207675529716_n.jpg\" alt=\"Sydnie Christmas to star in 101 Dalmatians The Musical in London this summer | West End Theatre\" \/><\/p>\n<p>101 Dalmatians: The Musical runs at the Eventim Apollo, London for a limited six-week engagement from 18 July to 30 August 2025. Don\u2019t miss your chance to see Sydnie Christmas take on one of Disney\u2019s most stylish villains in this fun-filled musical adventure.<\/p>\n<h2>Sydnie Christmas changes date and venue for her Live in London concert<\/h2>\n<p>Britain\u2019s Got Talent winner Sydnie Christmas is moving the date and venue of her forthcoming concert in the West End.<\/p>\n<p>Sydnie Christmas Live in London was due to play at His Majesty\u2019s Theatre in the West End on 31 August 2025.<\/p>\n<p>Due to schedule changes, the London theatre and date have changed, and the concert will now take place at the Adelphi Theatre in London on 9 September 2025.<\/p>\n<p>All existing tickets remain valid for the new date and venue.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/discover.ticketmaster.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sydnie-Christmas.jpg\" alt=\"Stage Times: Sydnie Christmas\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The concert at the Adelphi Theatre will also be filmed for broadcast in the US, with a UK broadcast yet to be confirmed.<\/p>\n<p>The London concert follows news of Sydnie Christmas starring as Cruella de Vil this summer, in 101 Dalmatians The Musical at the Eventim Apollo Theatre in London.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This summer, the legendary villain Cruella de Vil returns to the stage and this time, she\u2019ll be brought to life by none other than Britain\u2019s&#8230;<\/p>\n<div class=\"more-link-wrapper\"><a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/story15.com\/?p=2925\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">New Cruella de Vil is here! 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